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James J. Cox, Ed.D.
Licensed Psychologist
Certified School Psychologist
EXPERIENCE
Psychological Testing • Psychoeducational Assessment
–Licensed as a psychologist by the Arizona Board of Psychologist Examiners
–Certified as a school psychologist by the Arizona Department of Education
–Experienced and proficient in the proper use and interpretation of tests used in the practice of psychology and school psychology
–Extensive background in psychological assessment, psychoeducational assessment, custody evaluations and vocational evaluations
–Write reports to address referral questions, render diagnoses appropriate for examinee and provide realistic recommendations
–Have experience with multicultural issues and incorporate cultural background, language development, educational background, work experience and socioeconomic factors into testing and interpretive process
Psychotherapy • Counseling • Consultation
–Use multimodal cognitive/behavior therapy and existential therapy to address issues presented by adults, adolescents and children
–Provide ongoing and crisis counseling and psychotherapy services. with a focus on a short-term plan to resolve problems with depression, family dysfunction, peer relationship difficulties, substance abuse and other issues.
–Consult with various agency and educational staff to address behavior and emotional issues faced by children and adolescents and develop workable behavior plans.
–Consult with referring agencies or individuals in the development of life plans for individuals referred for assessment
Teaching
Served as an adjunct professor for several years for Northern Arizona University and Arizona State University. Experience also includes working as a professor of clinical psychology at the Arizona School of Professional Psychology (AzSPP). Have recently taught graduate classes in the psychological assessment of children, adolescents and adults; early childhood development, personality adjustment, school psychology services for minority students, and adolescent psychology. Have taught numerous other courses in psychological/psychoeducational assessment and psychological treatment
EDUCATION
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, Arizona
Doctorate of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Psychology
1988
Northern Arizona University
Master of Arts in Education
Counseling
1975
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Bachelor of Arts – Major Psychology/Minor Anthropology
1969
Yavapai College
Various Courses in Personal and Professional Development
1976-1988
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
American Psychological Association
Arizona Psychological Association
Northern Arizona Psychological Society
Southern Arizona Psychological Association
PROFESSIONAL LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Psychologist, Licensed by the Arizona Board of Psychologist Examiners
School Psychologist, Certified by the Arizona Department of Education
COMMUNITY/PROFESSIONAL INVOLVEMENT
Rural Mental Health Coordinator for Arizona. (2007)
This volunteer position was created through the American Psychological Association and the Arizona Psychological Association to help identify and address issues pertaining to psychologists who work in rural areas
Chairperson, Supervision Study Committee (2007)
Appointed by the Arizona Board of Psychologist Examiners to serve on a committee to study the challenges facing doctoral interns and internship sites. Will make recommendations to the Board for consideration
Member (2001-2007),
Arizona Board of Psychologist Examiners
Served one as chairperson and two years as vice-chairperson. Appointment to board was made by the Governor of Arizona.
Member, (2005-2006),
Tohono O’odham Methamphetamine Coalition
Member, (2005-2006), Tohono O’odham (Suicide/Depression) Prevention Committee
Panel Discussant (2006),
Alcohol Abuse Among Tohono O’odham Youth
President (1998), Arizona Psychological Association
Other offices held include: Northern Arizona Representative, Treasurer, President-Elect and Past President
President (1984) Arizona Counselors Association
Other offices held include: Membership Chairperson, President-Elect and Past President
® 2009 Mediation Northern Arizona